Installing a Ford Cam Sensor ( Cam Syncronizer) without the special tool.

This being the only time I will probably ever install one of these, I just could not justify the cost of the special tool. Knowing it was essentially a distributor that told the PCM when the engine was at top dead center, I used a little common sense and another Ford, that uses the same sensor, to verify.

Installing a Ford Synchronizer
Ford Camshaft synchronizer's are a common failure. Some techs aren't
familiar with them so they may not be comfortable with them. Unfortunately
the service manuals aren't very clear in describing the install process.
I've made this video to help you understand them, and show how to properly
install them.

How to replace camshaft synchronizer 02 Ford Taurus
This is a video I made to help people with replacing a camshaft
synchronizer, this is the first real how to video I've made, comment with
questions
at the end when I mention the check engine light, it's only to indicate
this was done correctly, otherwise you will get an engine light because the
timing will be off. This car didn't have an engine light before or after
this job, only the loud noise
also at 4:24 I hold up the new one and call it the new sensor, I meant to
say "new part"

How to Fix a P0340 Code on a 1995-1997 Ford Taurus Sable Windstar Ranger
Take out the guess work. Get a synchronizer set from Amazon
HERE→http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009NP4N24/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_
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How to Fix a P0340 Code on a 1995-1997 Ford Taurus Sable Windstar Ranger

Cam Sync Follow Up
There was some confusion about the 15% mark to stab the synchronizer.
This should explain it and eliminate the confusion.

FordRangerCamSyncHowTo
Replacing the Camshaft Synchronizer and Positioning Sensor on a 99 Ford
Ranger 3.0 engine. Tools needed: 1/4 drive Ratchet, 1/4 drive 6" extension,
1/4 drive 5.5mm socket or 7/32 socket, 10mm socket, flashlight, and some
fresh engine oil (same kind you have in your engine), and some wrags or
papertowels.
Time to do the job, about 30 minutes..
Costs: Motorcraft Cam Sync from RockAuto $97, Delphi Cam Positioning Sensor
from NAPA for $39, OR Take it to a Dealership and pay $300 or more!!
I would like to thank RockAuto.com, NAPA, and all the helpful people on the
following forums: FordRangerForum.com, RangerForum.net, Ranger-Forums.com,
and RangerPowerSports.com.
Please visit my site at www.gcextreme.com/FordRanger/
I am Glenn Cox, aka GCEXTREME.
Thank You.

Ford Ranger Camshaft Synchro Replacement part 2
A bad camshaft synchro was driving me nuts with it's chirping and recently
was causing some bucking/missing from the engine at high rpms. There was a
TSB on this...google it, it's there (search for "ford 3.0L cam synchronizer
tsb").
This worked out well for me, but I'm not a mechanic. I have no
professional mechanical training. So, embark on this task at your own
risk. I will not be held responsible if you screw something up on your
vehicle. There's your disclaimer...you have been warned.

Ford Ranger Camshaft Synchro Replacement
A bad camshaft synchro was driving me nuts with it's chirping and recently
was causing some bucking/missing from the engine at high rpms. There was a
TSB on this...google it, it's there (search for "ford 3.0L cam synchronizer
tsb").
This worked out well for me, but I'm not a mechanic. I have no
professional mechanical training. So, embark on this task at your own
risk. I will not be held responsible if you screw something up on your
vehicle. There's your disclaimer...you have been warned.

Finding Top Dead Center (TDC) Teaching Lesson - Most Engines!
This video focuses on how to find TDC on any 4-stroke engine. That should
be most car engines. All you need to do is find which cylinder is number 1
and do the following procedures for that cylinder. I am simply a medical
student/Anatomy professor who just has an interest in cars and making
videos. Check out my Human Anatomy and Physiology Videos under my other
username: ProfRoofs